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Clydesdale Division

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Updated July 21, 2010

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Definition: In road racing, the Clydesdale division is a division for heavyweight male runners. The weight minimum for Clydesdales is 200 pounds, although it can vary from race to race. Not all races have Clydesdale divisions but, if they do, they'll usually mention it on the race application.
Also Known As: Clydes

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